Compare Belt Drive and Chain Drive (four points)

PARTICULERS
BELT DRIVE

CHAIN DRIVE

Slip
Slip may occur
No slip (Positive drive)

Use
For low Velocity Ratio
For moderate Velocity Ratio

Suitability
For large centre distance
For moderate centre distance

Space requires
Large
Moderate

Lubrication
Not required
Require

Installation
cost Less
Moderate

Example
 
Floor Mill, Compressor,Conveyors
Bicycle, Automobile